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Provide specialist vehicle technical advice

Provide specialist vehicle technical advice

Unit of competency
National Code
PSPTRAN501A
State Code
C8335
TGA Status
Deleted
DTWD Status
Deleted
Current Release Number
3.00
Current Release Date
01/11/2012
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
Field of Education
030515 - Automotive Vehicle Operations
Original Release Date
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit covers detailed technical inspections and specialist vehicle technical advice for situations that may include court proceedings, coronial inquiries, police and other agencies. It includes conducting a detailed technical inspection, interpreting the inspection data to inform an opinion, conducting technical research on inspection data, and formulating and providing an expert opinion on the results.In practice, providing specialist vehicle technical advice may overlap with other generalist or specialist public sector work activities such as promoting ethical practice and compliance with legislation, coordinating resources, undertaking research and analysis.No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Conduct a detailed vehicle inspection
  • 1.1 Suitable location for detailed vehicle examination is confirmed and other relevant personnel are notified.
  • 1.2 Materials and equipment required to conduct the vehicle examination are prepared.
  • 1.3 Other relevant motor vehicle documentation is accessed and reviewed to establish key information on the vehicle under examination.
  • 1.4 Vehicle identity is verified.
  • 1.5 All relevant vehicle structure and components are examined and tested as necessary.
  • 1.6 Occupational health and safety requirements applicable to the examination are applied.
  • 1.7 Vehicle irregularities are recorded in accordance with legislative requirements and standard procedures.
2. Interpret examination data
  • 2.1 All relevant data/ information is gathered, recorded and confirmed.
  • 2.2 All relevant information is interpreted and analysed to assist in the identification of the issue/s.
3. Undertake technical research
  • 3.1 Relevant standards and specifications are identified and accessed.
  • 3.2 Research is undertaken on all the information gathered relevant to the examination.
  • 3.3 Advice is sought to clarify any unclear findings in accordance with organisational policy and procedures.
  • 3.4 Research findings are reported and presented in appropriate language, style and format to suit the intended audience.
  • 3.5 Supporting information and explanations are provided as required.
4. Form and provide an opinion
  • 4.1 Options related to the provision of advice are identified and evaluated.
  • 4.2 An opinion is formed that is logical, reasoned and defensible, and documented in accordance with legislation, policy and procedures.
  • 4.3 When appropriate, opinions on actions to be taken are offered.
  • 4.4 A comprehensive report supporting the opinions is provided.
The Range Statement provides information about the context in which the unit of competency is carried out. The variables cater for differences between States and Territories and the Commonwealth, and between organisations and workplaces. They allow for different work requirements, work practices and knowledge. The Range Statement also provides a focus for assessment. It relates to the unit as a whole. Text in bold italics in the Performance Criteria is explained here.
Vehicles may be:
loaded or unloaded during inspection
all types, including special purpose vehicles
imported vehicles
modified and other high risk vehicles
Equipment may include:
micrometer
roller brake tester
shaker plates
jacking equipment
gauges
Examinations may be:
undertaken on all types of vehicles
carried out alone or in conjunction with other personnel
undertaken in full range of diverse conditions
in response to police request, coronial or other inquiries
The Evidence Guide specifies the evidence required to demonstrate achievement in the unit of competency as a whole. It must be read in conjunction with the Unit descriptor, Performance Criteria, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Public Sector Training Package.
Units to be assessed together
Pre-requisite units that must be achieved prior to this unit:Nil
Co-requisite units that must be assessed with this unit:Nil
Co-assessed units that may be assessed with this unit to increase the efficiency and realism of the assessment process include, but are not limited to:
PSPETHC501B Promote the values and ethos of public service
PSPGOV504B Undertake research and analysis
PSPGOV507A Undertake negotiations
PSPGOV508A Manage conflict
PSPLEGN501B Promote compliance with legislation in the public sector
PSPOHS501A Monitor and maintain workplace safety
Overview of evidence requirements
In addition to integrated demonstration of the elements and their related performance criteria, look for evidence that confirms:
the knowledge requirements of this unit
the skill requirements of this unit
application of the Employability Skills as they relate to this unit (see Employability Summaries in Qualifications Framework)
provision of specialist vehicle technical advice in a range of (3 or more) contexts (or occasions, over time)
Resources required to carry out assessment
These resources include:
legislation, policy, procedures and protocols relating to specialist vehicle technical advice
case studies and workplace scenarios to capture the range of situations likely to be encountered when providing specialist vehicle technical advice
Where and how to assess evidence
Valid assessment of this unit requires:
a workplace environment or one that closely resembles normal work practice and replicates the range of conditions likely to be encountered when providing specialist vehicle technical advice, including coping with difficulties, irregularities and breakdowns in routine
provision of specialist vehicle technical advice in a range of (3 or more) contexts (or occasions, over time)
Assessment methods should reflect workplace demands, such as literacy, and the needs of particular groups, such as:
people with disabilities
people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
women
young people
older people
people in rural and remote locations
Assessment methods suitable for valid and reliable assessment of this competency may include, but are not limited to, a combination of 2 or more of:
case studies
questioning
scenarios
simulation or role plays
authenticated evidence from the workplace and/or training courses
For consistency of assessment
Evidence must be gathered over time in a range of contexts to ensure the person can achieve the unit outcome and apply the competency in different situations or environments
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